Language studies abroad : Adults : English : England - Scotland : Brighton : EC
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Information 2010
Information 2011

School

Our partner school, EC Brighton, is located only two minutes' walk away from the famous "Brighton Pier", right beside the Royal Pavilion, the famous Lanes and all the restaurants, bars and clubs which give the city its reputation. The course centre is bright, modern and spacious, with 34 classrooms, common areas, a library, a study room and sections with computers available. Internet is available throughout the building via WiFi. The building has been completely renovated and offers ideal conditions for studying. The learning of English is focused on communication. The classes allow for an exchange between the students from throughout the world and the highly qualified teachers, specialised in the teaching of English to foreigners. Established since 1982, the school warmly welcomes students and allows them to discover a lively and dynamic city whose main attractions are located on its doorstep!
Our partner school, EC Brighton, is located only two minutes' walk away from the famous "Brighton Pier", right beside the Royal Pavilion, the famous Lanes and all the restaurants, bars and clubs which give the city its reputation. The course centre is bright, modern and spacious, with 34 classrooms, common areas, a library, a study room and sections with computers available. Internet is available throughout the building via WiFi. The building has been completely renovated and offers ideal conditions for studying. The learning of English is focused on communication. The classes allow for an exchange between the students from throughout the world and the highly qualified teachers, specialised in the teaching of English to foreigners. Established since 1982, the school warmly welcomes students and allows them to discover a lively and dynamic city whose main attractions are located on its doorstep!

Information

Courses

Standard course
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00 or 14:30-18:00

Intensive course
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

Mini group Business course
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 2 - 4 week(s)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 6 people
Minimum age: 23 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00 or 14:30-18:00

Cambridge course (FCE), 20 lessons/week
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 10 week(s)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00 or 14:30-18:00

Cambridge course (FCE) 30 lessons/week
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 10 week(s)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

Cambridge course (CAE, CPE) 20 lessons/week
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 9 week(s)
Level: Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00 or 14:30-18:00

Cambridge course (CAE, CPE) 30 lessons/week
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 9 week(s)
Level: Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 20 lessons/week
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 12 week(s)
+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00 or 14:30-18:00

Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 30 lessons/week
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 12 week(s)
+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

TOEFL course
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Level: Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

IELTS course
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

Standard course
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00 or 14:30-18:00

Intensive course
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

Mini group Business course
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 4 week(s)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 6 people
Minimum age: 23 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00 or 14:30-18:00

Cambridge course (FCE, CPE) 20 lessons/week
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 10 week(s)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00 or 14:30-18:00

Cambridge course (FCE, CPE) 30 lessons/week
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 10 week(s)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

Cambridge course (CAE) 20 lessons/week
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 10 week(s)
Level: Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00 or 14:30-18:00

Cambridge course (CAE) 30 lessons/week
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 10 week(s)
Level: Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 20 lessons/week
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 12 week(s)
+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-12:00 or 14:30-18:00

Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 30 lessons/week
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 12 week(s)
+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

TOEFL course
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Level: Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

IELTS course
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-14:00 or 12:30-18:00

Accommodation

Host family
Living with a host family is the most attractive accommodation option on many levels. On the one hand, students benefit from the ideal setting for practising the language and immersing themselves in the English culture, and on the other hand, financially this option allows you to account for your meals for the entire length of your stay. You can choose between a single or double room. In a double room, you will be placed with another student of a different nationality.  The families are situated around 20 to 45 minutes by bus  from the school.
Please note: students of 16-17 years are obliged to stay in a single room.

Residences (from 18 years, recommended 18-25 years)
For those who wish to be more independent and to have the possibility to meet other international students, our partner school proposes staying in a residence, in a single or double room whilst having the use of a shared bathroom, kitchenette and lounge, as well as the necessary equipment for doing their laundry. The "superior" residence offers more comfort and the advantage of being right beside the school. As it is a very popular accommodation option, it is essential to book in advance, especially for the months of July and August. In order to deal with the large number of students during the summer, the school has two other residences at its disposal.
Host family
Living with a host family is the most attractive accommodation option on many levels. On the one hand, students benefit from the ideal setting for practising the language and immersing themselves in the English culture, and on the other hand, financially this option allows you to account for your meals for the entire length of your stay. You can choose between a single or double room. In a double room, you will be placed with another student of a different nationality.  The families are situated around 20 to 45 minutes by bus  from the school.
Please note: students of 16-17 years are obliged to stay in a single room.

Residences (from 18 years, recommended 18-25 years)
For those who wish to be more independent and to have the possibility to meet other international students, our partner school proposes staying in a residence, in a single or double room whilst having the use of a shared bathroom, kitchenette and lounge, as well as the necessary equipment for doing their laundry. The "superior" residence offers more comfort and the advantage of being right beside the school. As it is a very popular accommodation option, it is essential to book in advance, especially for the months of July and August. In order to deal with the large number of students during the summer, the school has two other residences at its disposal.

Leisure

After classes, it's time for sport, culture and fun! Ideal for meeting other international students and for forging new friendships, the activities programme of the EC school puts great emphasis on entertainment, including shopping trips in the Lanes, salsa classes, football in the afternoon, a pub crawl on a night out and trips to Windsor, Eton, Stonehenge, London or Oxford at the weekend...you won't have time to get bored! These are also excellent opportunities to practise your English with your friends outside of classes.
After classes, it's time for sport, culture and fun! Ideal for meeting other international students and for forging new friendships, the activities programme of the EC school puts great emphasis on entertainment, including shopping trips in the Lanes, salsa classes, football in the afternoon, a pub crawl on a night out and trips to Windsor, Eton, Stonehenge, London or Oxford at the weekend...you won't have time to get bored! These are also excellent opportunities to practise your English with your friends outside of classes.

At a glance

/ in summary...

Number of inhabitants
250'000
School size
L
Level
Beginner to advanced
Minimum age
18 years (16 in low season)
Accommodation
Host family / shared apartment
Exams
FCE, CAE, CPE, TOEFL, IELTS
Number of inhabitants
250'000
School size
L
Level
Beginner to advanced
Minimum age
18 years (16 in low season)
Accommodation
Host family / shared apartment
Exams
FCE, CAE, CPE, TOEFL, IELTS

Location of the language school EC

Quality marks

/ language school EC

English UKBritish CouncilWYSE Travel ConfederationALTO
WiFi is free.

Testimonial

Philippe Pugin I chose England and Brighton because I had heard a lot about the nightlife and it is without any doubt one of the best cities. The EC school was recommended to me by ESL and some friends. The classes and the teachers are good. My host family was fantastic! I met several people and I liked the time I spent here. It had been a long time since I had gone to school, but it is one of the best human experiences of my life!
Read more See all of the testimonials - EC

Key points

  • Located in a calm area, close to the city-centre
  • Good mix of nationalities
  • Great value for money (especially for courses longer than 8 weeks)
  • Located in a calm area, close to the city-centre
  • Good mix of nationalities
  • Great value for money (especially for courses longer than 8 weeks)

Nationality Mix

Dates and Prices

For further information concerning the school dates and prices, please contact us.

/ Dates and prices in GBP
(GBP 1 ≈ EUR 1.21) Not-binding exchange rate

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end
Starting dates: every Monday, all year round
Cambridge course (FCE), 20 lessons/week 10 w.: 04.01.2010 - 14.03.2010
Cambridge course (FCE) 30 lessons/week 10 w.: 04.01.2010 - 14.03.2010
Cambridge course (CAE, CPE) 20 lessons/week 9 w.: 04.01.2010 - 07.03.2010
Cambridge course (CAE, CPE) 30 lessons/week 9 w.: 04.01.2010 - 07.03.2010
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 20 lessons/week 12+1 w.: 22.03.2010 - 20.06.2010 / 13.09.2010 - 12.12.2010
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 30 lessons/week 12+1 w.: 22.03.2010 - 20.06.2010 / 13.09.2010 - 12.12.2010
TOEFL course : 01.02  / 29.03  / 24.05  / 19.07  / 13.09  / 08.11 .2010
IELTS course : 04.01  / 01.03  / 26.04  / 21.06  / 16.08  / 11.10 .2010
Bank holidays: 02.04 / 05.04 / 03.05 / 31.05 / 30.08 .2010
School holidays: 19.12.2009 - 03.01.2010
24.12.2010 - 02.01.2011

Included in price

  • Language course & course material
  • Host family or residence
  • School enrolment fee & certificate
  • Documents & travel guide
A: Host family/double room/half board ; B: Residence/double room/no meals
Standard course A B
1 week(s) 367 374
2 week(s) 664 678
3 week(s) 961 982
4 week(s) 1258 1286
6 week(s) 1852 1894
8 week(s) 2246 2302
12 week(s) 3334 3418
16 week(s) 4422 4534
24 week(s) 5830 6286
Extra week (24+) 240 259
Intensive course A B
1 week(s) 422 429
2 week(s) 774 788
3 week(s) 1126 1147
4 week(s) 1478 1506
6 week(s) 2182 2224
8 week(s) 2526 2582
12 week(s) 3754 3838
16 week(s) 4982 5094
24 week(s) 6670 7126
Extra week (24+) 275 294
Mini group Business course A B
2 week(s) 994 1008
3 week(s) 1456 1477
4 week(s) 1918 1946
Cambridge course (FCE), 20 lessons/week A B
10 week(s) 2790 2860
Exam fee ~115
Cambridge course (FCE) 30 lessons/week A B
10 week(s) 3140 3210
Exam fee ~115
Cambridge course (CAE, CPE) 20 lessons/week A B
9 week(s) 2518 2581
Exam fee ~120
Cambridge course (CAE, CPE) 30 lessons/week A B
9 week(s) 2833 2896
Exam fee ~120
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 20 lessons/week A B
12+1 week(s) 3446 3537
Exam fee ~120
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 30 lessons/week A B
12 +1 week(s) 3866 3957
Exam fee ~120
TOEFL course A B
4 week(s) 1574 1602
Exam fees to be paid online, http://www.ets.org/toefl
IELTS course A B
4 week(s) 1574 1602
Options/Extras
One-to-one course (min. 10 lessons/week) (per lesson) 42
End-of-year holidays in host family (per week) (double room) 56
End-of-year holidays in host family (per week) (single room) 64
Residence deposit (to be paid on site) 150
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Gatwick) 85
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Heathrow) 120
Train station transfer (St. Pancras) 155
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Stansted, Luton) 205
High season
Course of less than 8 weeks (20.06–18.09) +30/week
Accommodation in residence (04.07–28.08) only possible with booking of a minimum of 8 weeks
Other Types of Accommodation
Host family/double room/half board +112/w.
Residence/double room/no meals +7/w.
Host family/single room/half board +15/w.
Residence/single room/no meals +56/w.
Residence ''superior''/double room/no meals +21/w.
Residence ''superior''/single room/no meals +77/w.
Low/high season
Host family/double room/half board (20.06.10 - 18.09.10) +21/w.
Host family/single room/half board (20.06.10 - 18.09.10) +21/w.
Standard course (20.06.10 - 18.09.10) +30/w.
Intensive course (20.06.10 - 18.09.10) +30/w.
Mini group Business course (20.06.10 - 18.09.10) +30/w.
TOEFL course (20.06.10 - 18.09.10) +30/w.
IELTS course (20.06.10 - 18.09.10) +30/w.

For further information concerning the school dates and prices, please contact us.

/ Dates and prices in GBP
(GBP 1 ≈ EUR 1.21) Not-binding exchange rate

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end
Starting dates: every Monday, all year round
Cambridge course (FCE, CPE) 20 lessons/week 10 w.: 04.01.2011 - 13.03.2011
Cambridge course (FCE, CPE) 30 lessons/week 10 w.: 04.01.2011 - 13.03.2011
Cambridge course (CAE) 20 lessons/week 10 w.: 04.01.2011 - 12.03.2011
Cambridge course (CAE) 30 lessons/week 10 w.: 04.01.2011 - 12.03.2011
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 20 lessons/week 12+1 w.: 21.03.2011 - 18.06.2011 / 12.09.2011 - 10.12.2011
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 30 lessons/week 12+1 w.: 21.03.2011 - 18.06.2011 / 12.09.2011 - 10.12.2011
TOEFL course : 31.01  / 28.03  / 23.05  / 18.07  / 12.09  / 07.11 .2011
IELTS course : 04.01  / 28.02  / 25.04  / 20.06  / 15.08  / 10.10 .2011
Bank holidays: 03.01 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 02.05 / 30.05 / 29.08 .2011
School holidays: 24.12.2010 - 02.01.2011
26.12.2011 - 02.01.2012

Included in price

  • Language course & course material
  • Host family or residence
  • School enrolment fee & certificate
  • Documents & travel guide
A: Host family/double room/half board ; B: Residence/double room/no meals
Standard course A B
1 week(s) 392 400
2 week(s) 714 730
3 week(s) 1036 1060
4 week(s) 1358 1390
6 week(s) 2002 2050
8 week(s) 2446 2510
12 week(s) 3634 3730
16 week(s) 4822 4950
24 week(s) 6310 6790
Extra week (24+) 260 280
Intensive course A B
1 week(s) 452 460
2 week(s) 834 850
3 week(s) 1216 1240
4 week(s) 1598 1630
6 week(s) 2362 2410
8 week(s) 2766 2830
12 week(s) 4114 4210
16 week(s) 5462 5590
24 week(s) 7270 7750
Extra week (24+) 300 320
Mini group Business course A B
2 week(s) 1074 1090
3 week(s) 1576 1600
4 week(s) 2078 2110
Cambridge course (FCE, CPE) 20 lessons/week A B
10 week(s) 3040 3120
Exam fee ~150
additional night compulsory
Cambridge course (FCE, CPE) 30 lessons/week A B
10 week(s) 3440 3520
Exam fee ~150
additional night compulsory
Cambridge course (CAE) 20 lessons/week A B
10 week(s) 3040 3120
Exam fee ~150
Cambridge course (CAE) 30 lessons/week A B
10 week(s) 3440 3520
Exam fee ~150
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 20 lessons/week A B
12+1 week(s) 3751 3855
Exam fee ~150
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE, CPE) 30 lessons/week A B
12 +1 week(s) 4231 4335
Exam fee ~150
TOEFL course A B
4 week(s) 1698 1730
Exam fees to be paid online, http://www.ets.org/toefl
IELTS course A B
4 week(s) 1698 1730
Exam fee ~150
Options/Extras
One-to-one course (min. 10 lessons/week) (per lesson) 48
End-of-year holidays in host family (per week) (double room) 59
End-of-year holidays in host family (per week) (single room) 67
Residence deposit (to be paid on site) 150
Extra night with host family, half board (single room) 19
Extra night in a residence (''superior''/single room/no meals) 29
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Gatwick) 90
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Heathrow) 125
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Stansted, Luton) 215
Train station transfer (St. Pancras) 160
High season
Course of less than 8 weeks (19.06-17.09) +30/week
Accommodation in residence (03.07–03.09) only possible with booking of a minimum of 8 weeks
Other Types of Accommodation
Host family/double room/half board +117/w.
Residence/double room/no meals +8/w.
Host family/single room/half board +17/w.
Residence/single room/no meals +60/w.
Residence ''superior''/double room/no meals +25/w.
Residence ''superior''/single room/no meals +80/w.
Low/high season
Host family/double room/half board (19.06.11 - 17.09.11) +21/w.
Host family/single room/half board (19.06.11 - 17.09.11) +21/w.
Standard course (19.06.11 - 17.09.11) +30/w.
Intensive course (19.06.11 - 17.09.11) +30/w.
Mini group Business course (19.06.11 - 17.09.11) +30/w.
TOEFL course (19.06.11 - 17.09.11) +30/w.
IELTS course (19.06.11 - 17.09.11) +30/w.
Extra night with host family, half board (19.06.11 - 17.09.11) +3/w.
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